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The Twitter-Google Cloud Saga: Inside Twitter's Refusal to Pay and Subsequent Resolution
In this article, we’ll delve into the details of Facebook’s $725 million privacy settlement and how you can apply for your share before the August deadline. Key Takeaways: $725 million settlement for Facebook users in a privacy lawsuit. Active US Facebook users between May 2007 and December 2022 are eligible. The deadline to submit a …
Twitter, under Elon Musk’s leadership, has become the riskiest platform for LGBTQ+ individuals. How are other social platforms performing in terms of LGBTQ+ safety? Key Takeaways: GLAAD’s Social Media Safety Index reveals Twitter as the riskiest platform for LGBTQ individuals, with Elon Musk’s acquisition noted as a turning point for the worse. While some social …
US Music publishers launch a $250m lawsuit against Twitter over alleged copyright infringement. Despite a leadership change, have conditions truly improved? Key Takeaways Twitter faces a $250 million lawsuit filed by the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) and 17 other music publishers, accusing the platform of copyright infringement involving nearly 1,700 songs. Critics argue that …

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In this article, we’ll look at the reasons behind Twitter’s decision to charge users for the blue checkmark and how this move has impacted celebrities and other prominent users. Key Takeaways: Twitter now charges $8 per month for blue checkmark, previously an indicator of account authenticity Only 5% of previously verified users have opted to …
In this article, we’ll look at the reasons behind the ongoing controversy of Twitter’s paid verification, and how Elon Musk stepped in to offer complimentary Twitter Blue subscriptions to LeBron James and other celebrities. Key Takeaways: Twitter has started removing blue checkmarks from users who don’t pay for verification. LeBron James, Stephen King, and William …
In this article, we’ll look at the reasons behind the brewing legal confrontation between Elon Musk and Microsoft over the alleged illegal use of Twitter data to train AI models. Key Takeaways: Elon Musk threatens to sue Microsoft over its use of Twitter data for AI training. The advertising service of Microsoft declared that it …
In this article, we’ll look at the reasons behind Chris Messina, the inventor of the hashtag, leaving Twitter and the changes the platform has undergone since Elon Musk’s acquisition. Key Takeaways: Chris Messina, the inventor of the hashtag, leaves Twitter after losing his verification badge. Twitter has experienced upheaval, including staff layoffs and valuation drops, …
In this article, we’ll explore Snapchat’s decision to release its AI chatbot to all users for free and delve into the new features and capabilities that will enhance the user experience. Key Takeaways: “My AI” chatbot now available for all 750 million monthly users. New features include adding My AI to group chats, customizing its …
In this article, we’ll explore why the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) has decided to suspend its use of Twitter, joining other major media outlets in objection to the “government-funded media” label. Key Takeaways: CBC “pauses” Twitter use due to “government-funded media” label BBC successfully changed its label to “publicly-funded” CBC is a Crown corporation, editorially …
In this article, we’ll delve into the recent rumors surrounding the potential recasting of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) big villain, Kang the Conqueror, due to Jonathan Majors’ uncertain future. Will Marvel opt for a new face to portray the notorious character? Key Takeaways: Jonathan Majors’ MCU future uncertain after recent arrest. Marvel rumored to …